8BitDo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller — Black

A Switch and Windows controller with TMR sticks, adjustable trigger modes, and a charging dock. This Black Bluetooth edition is a different model from Ultimate 2 Wireless, so confirm the complete name before buying.

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Key features

Bluetooth, 2.4GHz, or USB on supported Switch systems
2.4GHz or USB on supported Windows systems
TMR sticks, back controls, and charging dock

What works well

Documented connection choices for Switch and Windows
Extra controls can support a customized layout

Important considerations

Switch 2 use requires the documented firmware
The Bluetooth name does not promise Bluetooth on every platform
Check features for the selected platform

Where it fits

Start with the platform rather than the similar Ultimate product names. The Ultimate 2 Bluetooth family is the relevant option to compare when a supported Switch is central to the purchase and Windows use is also useful. The dock and additional controls have value when they fit the desk and the way the owner actually plays.

Check before buying

Read the connection table for the exact console and computer. Windows use follows the supported 2.4GHz or wired USB method rather than a blanket Bluetooth assumption. Follow the current Switch 2 firmware instructions before pairing. If the extra controls and trigger options would remain unused, compare a simpler supported controller instead of paying for a feature list.

Sources and further reading

Specifications and exact US purchase reference checked against 8BitDo’s product documentation. Image supplied in the Game Outlet Europe press assets for editorial coverage. No hands-on testing is claimed.

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